Philanthropic Works of Current and Retired NFL Players

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning are winners of the 2016 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. The honor is bestowed annually to a player who player who has had a significant positive impact on his community. The award ceremony took place in Houston during Super Bowl weekend.

During his award acceptance speech, Larry Fitzgerald credited his mother and father as “the ultimate examples of giving back.” He grew up helping others in need, and continues to volunteer extensively...